"Back to the Great Khan, the Lord God has already told his subordinates," Yang Lian Zhenjia replied respectfully.
Kublai Khan said "hmm" and said: "Yang Lianzhenjia, you have made great contributions to the Southern Dynasty for two consecutive years as a fine craftsman. Although the fine craftsman's life is wonderful, it is also scary. I understand this very well. However, This kind of life should be coming to an end soon. In one or two years, I will launch the Southern Expedition. By then, you will all be heroes of our dynasty, and I will definitely reward you vigorously."
Yang Lianzhenjia said happily: "Thank you to the Great Khan. It is my honor to do my best for the Great Khan. I will do my best to live up to the trust of the Great Khan. Great Khan, I am planning to set off south early tomorrow morning. Today I came here to pay homage to the Great Khan." Farewell, I hope the Great Khan will send his troops south as soon as possible and rule the world."
"Okay, Yang Lianzhenjia, the emperor still has something to say to you,"
"Yes, Khan,"
Hao Jingdao: "Master Priest, the situation in the Southern Dynasties has changed, and the loss of power has become a foregone conclusion. Therefore, in your contact with Jia Sidao, you need to change your original direction and strategy. If you have the opportunity, challenge Regarding the conflict between Jia Sidao and the Southern Emperor, of course, your first priority is to collect intelligence. Jia Sidao is cunning and cunning, so be sure not to arouse his suspicion,"
"I understand that the imperial power in the Southern Dynasties is strong today, and the two chambers of military affairs and government affairs have become the most important institutions in the court. Last year, Jia Sidao and his party were basically idle in the government. According to my subordinates, they have no fighting spirit. During this trip to the south, my subordinates tried to find a way to restore his desire to fight for power and let him have a fight with the emperor of the Southern Dynasties."
"Yes, Lord Priest, but please remember that safety comes first, and never lose the big for the small,"
"Don't worry, Imperial Master, my subordinates understand,"
Fang Ling stayed in the palace for several days. She felt that there were too many etiquettes in the palace. Although the conditions were much better than outside, a person like her who liked freedom was not used to it, so she still returned. Chengwei Escort Agency.
With my gold medal, Fang Ling can come and go as he pleases without any inconvenience.
After getting acquainted with Xie Daoqing, Fang Ling often went to the palace, chatted and drank with Quanjiu and others, and occasionally stayed in the palace. During this period, Xie Daoqing also asked me when I would accept Fang Ling as my concubine. , I told Xie Daoqing to wait until Fang Ling's memory recovered. Although Xie Daoqing was anxious, he acquiesced to my approach and decided in advance that Fang Ling would be called Ling Fei after entering the palace.
According to Xie Daoqing's instructions, the people in the palace also called Fang Ling the Concubine Ling, which made Fang Ling feel embarrassed. Fortunately, Fang Ling had a cheerful personality and quickly adapted to the role of the Concubine Ling. This was true in the harem of the Song Dynasty. There is no precedent in the history of China. After all, this is the first time that a concubine can enter and exit the palace freely.
In this regard, Xie Daoqing did not raise any objections. Even if some ministers in the court suggested that it was inconsistent with etiquette, Xie Daoqing denied it and asked the imperial censor to take care of the affairs of the harem. After he ascended the throne, new things often happened, and Xie Daoqing also learned To keep pace with the times.
At the same time, after the New Year, I canonized Quan Jiu as queen.
In late January, I reviewed in detail the memorials on the system of litigants. In the memorial drafted by Jia Xuanweng, there is the admission system of litigants, the practice system of litigants, and the power and responsibility system of litigants. The contents are quite detailed. After reading Afterwards, I immediately held a meeting with the participation of the Law Department of the Government Affairs Council, the Ministry of Punishment, Dali Temple and other relevant departments. After discussion, I decided to follow the pilot method and let Lin'an Prefecture take the lead in trying it in March.
On the last day of the first lunar month, I held a military meeting on the Eastern Expedition to Goryeo at the Military Academy. The attendees included the Privy Council, the Ministry of War and the main ministers of the Military Academy, as well as representatives from Lin'an Military Region and Yangzhou Military Region.
After the Zhongshu Province was merged into the Government Affairs Council, Fan Wenhuan knew that the day when the Ministry of War would be abolished was not far away. Today, the Ministry of War has basically become the liaison between the Military Affairs Council and the major military regions, uploading and distributing information, and assisting in the deployment of military supplies. Although there are many things, it has lost the power it used to have.
"Lu Aiqing, please tell me about the situation on the Korean Peninsula first."
"Yes, Your Majesty," Lu Xiufu said, "During the time of Taizu, the Goryeo Dynasty sent envoys to pay tribute to us. After the Liao Kingdom conquered Goryeo, they paid tribute to the Liao Kingdom and broke off diplomatic relations with us. After the rise of the Jin Kingdom, the King of Goryeo The clan sent envoys to pay money and declare their vassal status. More than thirty years ago, Mongolia sent troops to Goryeo, and the King of Goryeo fled to Ganghwa Island. About ten years ago, Mongolia set up a twin-city general administration in Hezhou, Goryeo (today's Yongheung, North Korea) to administer the former Goryeo. In the northeastern region, at present, the Koryo Dynasty only exists in the southern area. The reigning monarch is Yuan Zong, who is pro-Mongolian. From the information we have, the number of existing Koryo Dynasty troops is about 15,000, consisting of Three generals, Lin Yan, Jin Jun and Liu Wei, were in charge. Among them, Lin Yan and Jin Jun were the most powerful. Although Lin Yan once recognized Jin Jun as his adoptive father, they were at odds with each other. As for the military strength of the Shuangcheng General Administration, I’m not very sure, I just heard from businessmen coming and going that there are about seven or eight thousand Mongolian troops stationed in Shuangcheng Mansion,”
"In general, there are two forces on the Goryeo Peninsula, Mongolia and the pro-Mongolian Goryeo Dynasty Yuanzong, with a total force of more than 20,000 people. Lu Aiqing, tell me about the battle plan of your Military Affairs Council,"
"Your Majesty, this Eastern Expedition is composed of a combined force of land and water, with a total of 38,000 people, including 10,000 naval forces, consisting of the East China Sea Fleet, the Coastal Fleet and the North Sea Fleet. The Navy and Marine Corps have 3,000 people. It consists of the ninth wing of the Yangzhou Military Region and the third wing of the Lin'an Military Region, with a total of 25,000 people. It is expected to set off from Wenzhou Prefecture on February 12 for the expedition to Korea. Currently, 13,000 people belonging to the Navy are already in Wenzhou. The Navy Division has assembled at the Wenzhou Prefecture, and all the army officers and soldiers on both sides will arrive in Wenzhou Prefecture in about three days, ready to set off."
"The entire combat plan is divided into three parts," Lu Xiufu said, pointing to the map on the wall. "Your Majesty, the first is to capture Tamna (Jeju Island), the second is to occupy the southern area of the Koryo Peninsula, and the third is to attack the Mongols. Shuangcheng Prefecture under the jurisdiction of
"Well, dear friends, the expedition to Goryeo is more difficult than the attack on Ryukyu. Has the commander-in-chief of the Eastern Expedition been decided?"
Lu Xiufu said: "Your Majesty, Li Beiyang will personally command the navy, but the candidate for the coalition commander has not yet been determined. I am ready to recommend myself and lead the army on the expedition."
"Lu Aiqing, the Military Academy needs to focus on the frontal battlefield. You are not allowed to go out for the time being." I frowned slightly and then asked, "Why hasn't the candidate been decided yet? Is there no general in our country who is willing to lead the army to the east?" ,"
"Your Majesty, because the matter is of great importance, and most of the famous generals in the DPRK and China are stationed in various military regions, so,,,,,,"
"So there are no generals left in the DPRK,"
Shi Yanzhi, president of the Military University and academician of the Academy of Military Affairs, saw me slightly angry and stood up and said: "Your Majesty, the military system of our dynasty stipulates that the marshal in command can only be appointed by the emperor, and it will be announced ten days before the expedition."
My face brightened slightly: "That's it,"
"Your Majesty, my minister Shi Yanzhi is willing to lead the troops to go on an expedition,"
I shook my head and said, "No, Shi Aiqing, this year at Military University is very critical. You need to stay in school."
Fan Wenhuan originally wanted to speak out and accept the order, but he realized that he was not capable enough and finally kept silent.
"Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the army to the east,"
"Your Majesty Yin Ai," I said, "I am sure."
Yin Yinglei said calmly: "Knowing that there are tigers in the mountains, we prefer to go to the tiger mountains. Your Majesty, I believe that there is no absolute certainty in war in this world, but as long as our military is fully prepared in advance, flexible and decisive in the process, and not arrogant afterwards. You should have more than 70% to 80% chance of winning,"
"Okay, Yin Aiqing, please tell me how to prepare in advance,"
"Your Majesty, I believe that we must first know the advantages of both sides. Our soldiers are superior in number, well-equipped, well-equipped with orders and prohibitions, and have people and people. However, the enemy is familiar with the local mountains and rivers, and has geographical advantages. The most critical weather is also for our side. We have Mongolia on the island of Koryo. Koryo is already in a subtle state of confrontation, and the king and generals in Koryo are at odds with each other. Yuan Zong cannot control the army. Therefore, as long as Mongolia does not increase its troops, our army's advantages outweigh its disadvantages. , As for the situation, it needs to be based on the changes on the battlefield. Our army is not familiar with the customs and conditions of Goryeo, so we need to change our techniques and tactics at any time, but we must not act hesitantly, and we must be good at advancing and retreating afterwards. When retreating, we must not hesitate, and when advancing, we must be good at advancing. We need to work hard,”
I nodded and said: "In this Eastern Expedition, we must first capture Tamna Kingdom on the outskirts of Goryeo. This is the first task and the simplest task. Then we will use Tamna as our base to attack the Goryeo Peninsula. After landing, we will The army will fight with the Goryeo army, defeat and occupy Goryeo. This is the second task. Next, it will have a head-on confrontation with the Mongolian army. If Mongolia does not send troops to reinforce, then the original Mongolian garrison will be eliminated. On the Goryeo Peninsula Establish another overseas base for our country and hold it firmly. If the Mongols send troops for reinforcements, they must choose to attack or defend based on the actual situation. I will not give specific instructions on this point. Everything is decided by the Marshal of the Eastern Expedition. Regarding the march into Goryeo You should all know the purpose, so this third task is not fixed,"
"Your Majesty, I understand,"
I looked at the map and said: "Yin Yinglei, Li Beiyang,"
"I am here,"
"I designate the two of you as the Commander-in-Chief and Deputy Marshals of the Eastern Expedition Army. You will lead the land and sea coalition to attack Goryeo as scheduled. You must complete the first two tasks. The third task will be decided by the two of you after discussion."
"Yes, I obey the order,"
"Yao Xide, Ouyang Jianqing,"
"I am here,"
"I appoint you as the military commander and deputy counselor of the Eastern Expedition Army,"
"My minister Yao Xide, my minister Ouyang Jianqing obey the decree,"
"Shi Zhong, Commander of the Yangzhou Military Region, Wu Songhan, Commander of the Lin'an Military Region, Chen Yi, Commander of the Coastal Fleet, and Li Zengbo, Commander of the East China Sea Fleet, I appoint the four of you as generals accompanying the army to listen to orders under the marshal's tent. There must be no mistake,”
"Yes, I obey the order,"
"Shi Yanzhi Shi Aiqing,"
Shi Yanzhi was stunned for a moment, thinking that I had changed my mind, and hurriedly said: "I'm here,"